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Our top choices for Central Valley vacation rentals

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1. Chalets Vistas del Poas

Chalets Vistas del Poas
3.0 star property
Vara Blanca
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (24 reviews)
"Family run, amazing staff, adorable A frame cabins in the clouds."
United States
Krista
The price is P6,054
P6,841 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Chalets Vistas del Poas
An outdoor pool area with a covered seating area, a buffet station, and various plants.

2. Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina

Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina
3.5 star property
La Sabana
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (784 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff. Breakfast was decent. Parking was easily accessible. Many restaurants around the property. It is in a quiet and safe neighbourhood. Suited are very good size."
Canada
Kumail
The price is P5,681
P6,419 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina
A modern house with a wooden exterior and a balcony, surrounded by greenery.

3. Hotel Los Sueños de Bajos del Toro

Hotel Los Sueños de Bajos del Toro
3.0 star property
Toro Amarillo
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Best place we stayed in Costa Rica Beautiful Chalet mountains and Gardens on property on a road with the 10 best blue water waterfalls in Costa Rica located between to mountain volcanoes"
United States
Tom
The price is P9,382
P10,601 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Hotel Los Sueños de Bajos del Toro
A checkered table set outdoors with breakfast items including toast, eggs, fruit, and beverages.

4. Dos Palmas Studio Apartments

Dos Palmas Studio Apartments
3.0 star property
Cacique
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (218 reviews)
"Super !"
Canada
nadia
The price is P4,484
P5,067 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Dos Palmas Studio Apartments
A balcony with a view of distant mountains and a clear sky.

5. Villazul 2

Villazul 2
4.0 star property
Sabana Redonda
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Amazing place! Really enjoyed our stay with the family. Very safe, clean and modern location"
United States
Eli
The price is P6,919
P7,818 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Villazul 2
A pathway leading to a building surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

6. Club Heasa - Men Only

Club Heasa - Men Only
3.5 star property
Lagos de El Coyol
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Nice poroperty. New,modern and chique"
United States
Brian
The price is P5,353
P6,049 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Club Heasa - Men Only
A cozy room with a fireplace, a television mounted on the wall, and a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor deck.

7. Nido de Montaña

Nido de Montaña
3.0 star property
Sabanilla
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Excelente lugar para un escapada a la montaña, la cabaña es acogedora y hermosa, la cama super comoda y calida, la cocina está equipada con lo que se necesite para cocinar, el baño tiene agua caliente, shampoo, acondicionador y jabon de alta calidad. Puedes ver colibries de dia, escuchar el rio,ranas en la noche. Hay supermercado, restaurantes muy cerca Ya tengo un lugar favorito para relajarnos fuera de la ciudad en fraijanes! Muchas gracias por el gran servicio y calidad! Totalmente...
Costa Rica
Leonardo
The price is P5,380
P6,080 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Nido de Montaña
A modern house with a pool, wooden deck, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

8. Paulos View Lodge

Paulos View Lodge
3.0 star property
Venecia
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is P3,230
P3,649 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Paulos View Lodge
A hammock swing with a metal frame and netting, set against a backdrop of greenery and a clear sky.

9. Edward & Family SJO Airport Inn Costa Rica

Edward & Family SJO Airport Inn Costa Rica
3.5 star property
Cacique
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (202 reviews)
"Centrally located, close to airport, excellent communication with the host."
United States
Jocelyn
The price is P3,400
P3,842 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Edward & Family SJO Airport Inn Costa Rica
A house surrounded by dense tropical vegetation, with a visible wooden structure and a red roof.

10. Las Cabanas

Las Cabanas
3.0 star property
Venecia
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (17 reviews)
"Beautiful treehouse stay! The place was clean, well-kept, and very comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend it."
United States
irshad
The price is P2,814
P3,180 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Las Cabanas
A small patio area with a bench, potted plants, and a refrigerator.

11. Aloj Entero 1km Juan Santamaría Airport

Aloj Entero 1km Juan Santamaría Airport
3.5 star property
Villa Bonita
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (39 reviews)
"Great place to stay for a late arrival or catch a very early flight.. Spaces and clean... Will stay again next time if we arrived late or catch an early flight "
United States
Lam
The price is P5,253
P6,248 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Aloj Entero 1km Juan Santamaría Airport
An infinity pool with a thatched roof, surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.

12. Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio

Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
3.5 star property
San Rafael
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,041 reviews)
"Been here many times the staff is very helpful and the location is very good with many places in walking distance."
United States
Noel
The price is P6,465
P7,305 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a hanging towel rack, and a small shelf with toiletries.

13. Nina´s - Juan Santamaria

Nina´s - Juan Santamaria
3.0 star property
Rio Segundo
7.6 out of 10, Good, (96 reviews)
"A couple minutes from the airport and a short walk to the City Center. Perfect for a stay just before your flight. Rooms are clean. WhatsApp communication is great."
United States
Juan
The price is P5,629
P6,361 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Nina´s - Juan Santamaria
Interior

14. Costa Rica explorer

Costa Rica explorer
2.0 star property
Grecia
The price is P3,188
P3,603 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Costa Rica explorer
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a dining area with two chairs and a table set for two.

15. BEE Suites San José - Santa Ana

BEE Suites San José - Santa Ana
3.5 star property
Santa Ana
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (55 reviews)
"Everything was great about this place."
United States
Gregory
The price is P5,502
P7,631 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
BEE Suites San José - Santa Ana
A modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple floors, and a glass entrance.

16. Apartamentos Cityzen

Apartamentos Cityzen
4.0 star property
La Ribera
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (95 reviews)
" Very clean would’ve loved to stay longer"
United States
Rana
The price is P9,862
P13,961 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Apartamentos Cityzen
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a covered patio area, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

17. Villa garita inn

Villa garita inn
3.0 star property
La Garita
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"The staff was excellent the room was nice good food in the restaurant. "
United States
Dan
The price is P6,079
P8,746 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Villa garita inn
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a wall-mounted artwork, and a window with curtains.

18. Hotel Boutique CasAguacate

Hotel Boutique CasAguacate
4.0 star property
Ciudad Cariari
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Nice place for the night"
Canada
william
The price is P4,349
P4,914 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Hotel Boutique CasAguacate
A person in a natural setting with dense foliage in the background.

19. Nuakú Jungle

Nuakú Jungle
3.5 star property
San Carlos
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"We had such a lovely stay at Nuaku! The hotel is tucked away in the middle of a beautiful, lush jungle, surrounded by wildlife, greenery, and all the wonderful sounds of nature. The property felt very peaceful, clean, and safe, and throughout our stay we genuinely felt at home. The staff made our experience especially memorable. Francisco, the manager, was incredibly kind, welcoming, and hospitable. He was always willing to help and made sure we were comfortable throughout our stay. We truly...
United States
Andrea
The price is P12,703
P14,354 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Nuakú Jungle
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Top Central Valley Hotel Reviews

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

10/10 Excellent
"Breakfast was below expectation, I noticed they have trimmed back on the buffet choices…they did not even serve bananas. On the hot plates, they used to serve a great sausage, that is no longer available. I had a difficult time finding a platter I could enjoy."
dimitris 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

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